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1. Actuary

Income: $94,209

Description: Interprets statistics to determine probabilities of accidents, sickness, and death, and loss of property from theft and natural disasters.

Description: Cleans teeth, examines patients for oral diseases such as gingivitis, and provides other preventative dental care. A dental hygienist also educates patients on ways to improve and maintain good oral health.